Drupa

Given the uncertainty during the pandemic, organisers of drupa 2021 have made the tough decision to cancel the live edition and substitute it with a virtual one. The new "virtual.drupa" will take over the same dates from April 20th until April 21st, while the next physical event will be held some time in 2022.

Introduction

Print media continues to grow and change to compete with demands for sustainability and the new challenges posed by the popularity of the digital media industry. The one stage where exhibitors can influence trends and drum up business is at Drupa, which is the international exhibition that’s dedicated to advancements in the processing technology. Visitors enjoy the full spectrum of cutting edge solutions for functional printing, packaging production, multichannel printing, green printing and 3D printing.

Highlights

• Functional printing
• Packaging production
• Multichannel printing
• 3D printing
• Green printing 

Logistics

Editions are held in Dusseldorf, Germany every four years, which fall on even years. Trade visitors and members of the general public are admitted. Messe Düsseldorf GmbH is the official organiser and host venue. Programming lasts for eleven days and opening hours for the first nine days are from 10:00 am in the morning until 18:00 pm in the afternoon. The last days wrap up one hour earlier at 17:00 pm in the afternoon.

Audience and statistics

Drupa has always served as a major procurement platform and it’s proven that half of the buyers that attend do so with the intentions to make long-term investments. Exhibitors are also capable of diversifying their revenue streams as visitors represent a variety of industries – consumer and luxury goods, cosmetics, banking and security technology. Innovation is the second component that has contributed to the event’s success. DRUPA Hot Spots and dna - drupa next age are two of the special shows that reveal next generation of technology.

Affordable hotel rooms near Dusseldorf, Germany

You don’t want to miss this, so book your hotels for Drupa as early as today through Trade Fair Trips ltd. We work with hotels across the entire price spectrum in Dusseldorf, Germany. This allows you to land affordable hotels close to Messe Dusseldorf in no time. After you’re done with your hotel stay, have Trade Fair Trips ltd handle your fair booth installation. We can also book you meeting facilities!